Summary:
The Hallettsville Independent School District (Isd) is home to a single middle school, Hallettsville J H, which serves grades 5 through 8 and has a total enrollment of 305 students. This small, rural school has earned a strong 4-star rating and ranks in the 87th percentile among Texas middle schools, reflecting consistent high performance over the past several years. With a favorable 12:1 student-teacher ratio and a 0.0% dropout rate, the school provides a supportive environment where students can thrive.
Academically, Hallettsville J H shows notable strengths and a few areas for attention. The school's reading program is a standout, with every grade level outperforming the state average in 2025-2026, from 5th grade (69.51% proficient vs. 58.47% statewide) to 8th grade (63.64% vs. 58.69%). Mathematics performance is more varied: 5th and 8th graders significantly exceed state averages (70.73% and 75.28% proficient, respectively), but 7th grade math dips to just 31.43% proficiency, creating a "V-shaped" pattern that warrants instructional review. The school also boasts a perfect 100% proficiency rate on the Algebra I EOC exam for both years, though this likely reflects a select group of advanced students.
Two key findings stand out for parents. First, 8th grade social studies saw a dramatic drop from 56.94% proficiency in 2024-2025 to 27.27% in 2025-2026, a swing that may be due to curriculum or cohort changes and deserves investigation. Second, the school's overall math strength is tempered by the 7th grade slump, suggesting that while the school excels in early and late middle school math, the transition year may need targeted support. Overall, Hallettsville J H offers a solid, well-rounded education with strong reading outcomes and advanced math opportunities, though parents should be aware of the volatility in social studies and the 7th grade math challenge.
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